Two Sleeveless Beaded, Beaded, Sequin Dresses.

Lot: 106

Circa 1920 - 1925.
The first dress of royal blue silk satin jersey, with panels of jet black beads and black and grey sequins sewn in geometric patterns, on black gauze, forming shoulders, and descending to hem. Black silk lining. The second dress of midnight blue silk chiffon, sewn with peek a boo straps to front and back, self belt, and with black and irridescent black-blue beads in foliate, floral and geometric designs.
Approximate dimensions: 39 - 41 Bust, 36 - 39 Waist, 39 - 51 L.
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: The first dress, with light stain above left breast. Some areas of discoloration to the back bodice, between shoulder blades, splashes of lighter blue. Minor armpit stains. The second dress in very good condition, with loose beading strand. Both with losses to beads.